2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Owner's Manual

Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) OFF
INDICATOR LIGHT
When the ignition is cycled to ON, the indicator light
illuminates, but should turn off as soon as the engine is
started.
The indicator light illuminates to indicate that some active
safety systems have been partially or totally deactivated.
For further details about the active safety systems, refer
to “Active Safety Systems” in “Safety.” When the active
safety systems are reactivated, the indicator light turns
off.
REAR FOG LIGHT
The indicator illuminates when the rear fog light is
activated.
ENGINE CHECK/MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL)
In normal conditions, when the ignition is cycled to ON, the
indicator light illuminates, but it should turn off as soon as
the engine is started.
The operation of the indicator light may be checked by the
traffic police using specific devices. Comply with the laws
and regulations of the country where you are driving.Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling
at moderate speed but without demanding excessive
effort from the engine or high speed. Prolonged use of the
vehicle with the indicator light on constantly may cause
damage. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!
If, turning the ignition device to ON, the warning lightdoes not turn on or if it turns on steadily or flashing when travelling (on some versions
together with the message on the display), contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (FCW)
This indicator light informs the driver that the frontal
collision alarm function is not enabled.Drive carefully and contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
FUEL RESERVE / LIMITED RANGE
The indicator light (or the symbol in the display) illuminates
when about 2.4 gallons (9 liters) of fuel is left in the tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
Warning!
If the warning light (or the icon on the display) flashes while driving, contact an authorized dealer.
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Green Telltale Indicator Lights
Indicator lightWhat It Means What To Do
PARK/HEADLIGHT ON INDICATOR LIGHT
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or
headlights are turned on.
Headlight Off Delay
This function allows the headlights to remain on for 30,
60 or 90 seconds after the ignition was placed in the
STOP position.
LEFT TURN SIGNAL
The instrument cluster directional arrow will flash
independently for the left turn signal as selected, as well
as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as
selected when the multifunction lever is moved down
(left). This directional arrow will flash in conjunction with
the right directional arrow when the hazard warning light
button is pushed.
RIGHT TURN SIGNAL
The instrument cluster directional arrow will flash
independently for the right turn signal as selected, as well
as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as
selected when the multifunction lever is moved up (right).
This directional arrow will flash in conjunction with the left
directional arrow when the hazard warning light button is
pushed.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
This indicator light will illuminate when the automatic high
beam headlights are activated.
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Blue Telltale Indicator Light
Indicator LightWhat It Means What To Do
HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS
This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on.
Push the multifunction control lever away from you to
switch the headlights to high beam. Push the lever a
second time to switch the headlights back to low beam.
Pull the lever toward you for a temporary high beam on,
“flash to pass” scenario.
Red Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If the
telltale turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut
off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound
when this telltale turns on. Do not operate the vehicle
until the cause is corrected. This telltale does not indicate
how much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be
checked under the hood.
Note:Do not use the vehicle until the failure has been solved.
The illumination of the telltale does not indicate the
amount of oil in the engine: the oil level can be checked on
the display upon entering the vehicle and also by
activating the "Oil level" function on the Information and
Entertainment System. The oil level can also be checked
manually.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Caution!
If the LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE symbol switches on when driving, stop the engine immediately and contact an authorized dealer.
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT
This telltale warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the engine coolant temperature is too high, this
indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If
the temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous
chime will be sound for 4 minutes or until the engine is
allowed to cool whichever comes first.In normal driving conditions
: stop the vehicle, turn off the
engine and check that the coolant level in the reservoir is
not below the MIN mark. In this case, wait for the engine
to cool down, then slowly and carefully open the cap, top
up with coolant and check that the level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir itself. Also check
visually for any fluid leaks. Contact an authorized dealer
if the telltale comes on when the engine is started again.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g. in
high-performance driving): slow down and, if the telltale
stays on, stop the vehicle. Stop for two or three minutes
with the engine running and slightly accelerated to
facilitate better coolant circulation, then turn the engine
off. Check that the coolant level is correct as described
above.
POWER STEERING FAILURE
If the telltale remains on, you could not have steering
assistance and the effort required to operate the steering
wheel could be increased; steering is, however, possible. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
DOOR OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale illuminates when one or more doors are not
completely shut. An acoustic signal is activated with the
doors open and the vehicle moving.Close the doors properly.
HOOD OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale turns on when the hood is not properly closed,
along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with an open
hood appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the hood is open and the vehicle is
moving.Close the hood properly.
TRUNK LID OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale turns on when the trunk lid is not properly
closed, along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with an
open trunk lid appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the trunk lid is open and the
vehicle is moving.Close the trunk lid properly.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE
The telltale illuminates, together with a buzzer warning, to
indicate that the automatic transmission is faulty.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!
Driving the vehicle with this symbol on may severely damage the gearbox, with resulting breakage. The oil may also overheat: contact with hot
engine or with exhaust components at high temperature could cause fires.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) WARNING
LIGHTS
This telltale, along with the related message, signals a
failure in the electronic throttle control system (ETC).Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If a failure is detected, the telltale illuminates while the
engine is running.Place the ignition in the off position and the shift selector
in the park position: the telltale should turn off. If the
telltale stays on with engine running the vehicle can still
be driven.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
If the telltale flashes with the engine running, immediate
intervention is required. A loss of performance,
irregular/high idling speed or engine stopping might take
place and the vehicle may need to be towed.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL
This telltale appears on the panel when the engine oil level
falls below the minimum recommended value.
The level must also be checked using the dipstick in the
engine compartment (see chapter "Servicing and
Maintenance.")Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
ALFA STEERING TORQUE (AST) FAILURE
The illumination of the telltale signals a failure in the
automatic steering correction system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The illumination of the telltale with engine on
corresponds to an alternator failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Amber Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER FAILURE / BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Engine Immobilizer System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to report a failure of the Engine
Immobilizer system. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Break-In Attempt
The telltale will illuminate when the ignition is cycled to
ON position, to indicate a possible break-in attempt
detected by the alarm system.
Electronic Key Not Recognized
The telltale will illuminate when the engine is started and
the electronic key is not recognized by the system.
Alarm System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to report an alarm system
failure.
FUEL CUT-OFF INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale will illuminate after an accident has occurred
and the system has shut the fuel off. For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to
“Enhanced Accident Response System” in “Occupant
Restraint Systems" in "Safety” for further information.
If it is not possible to restore the fuel supply, contact an
authorized dealer.
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate when the system has failed or is
not available.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
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